Job DescriptionPosition Overview: NPP Associate Director (primary care/CVM) is responsible for overseeing and managing the ‘end-to-end’ development and implementation of new product planning and portfolio management strategies as a TA lead and brand owner from commercial perspective in the clinical development stage. NPP lead plays a crucial role in identifying market opportunities, ensuring the successful launch of new products, optimizing the product portfolio based on China market practice.Responsibilities:Accelerate end-to-end new assets development:Lead commercial assessment for pipeline assets (incl. BD candidates)– detailed inputs representing integrated country opportunity view, i.e. market size, competitive analysis, market access pathway, business model, key financials (P&L, NPV, resource plan), etc.Provide China specific feedback and shape development strategy, TPP, market access strategy etc. by proactively engaging with key global/China PDT cross-functional teams (incl. global marketing, market access, R&D and medical, etc.).Proactively seek acceleration opportunities and maximize commercial potential for new product launch by leveraging policies, internal governance, or benchmarking industry best practices. Oversee and mitigate the risks of launch delays.Prepare CDRC/LDRC key gate approval documents by providing robust business case, key management business recommendations, and drive key stakeholders’ buy-in.Provide operational support to team leaderRequirements:+10 years above industry experience, deep understanding of China pharma market dynamics, clinical development and regulatoryAt least 5 years in new product launch & portfolio management or strategic marketing role in MNC, in-line marketing, consulting, BD within a plusSpecifically focus on primary care (e.g., CVM) and/or ophthalmologyStrong strategic thinking, business acumen, solid analytical skills to transfer insights into commercial strategies and business recommendationsStrong leadership with influence and strives for excellent resultsSolid project management skillsExcellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with team members, cross-functional teams, and senior managementHigh agility in learningEnglish as working languageMedical education, master’s degree preferred, overseas education a plusRequired Skills: Adaptability, Commercial Strategies, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data-Driven Decision Making, Market Access, Market Research, New Product Development, Product Planning, Product Portfolio Management, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Strategic ThinkingPreferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERESearch Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status: RegularRelocation:No relocationVISA Sponsorship:NoTravel Requirements:No Travel RequiredFlexible Work Arrangements:Not ApplicableShift:Not IndicatedValid Driving License:NoHazardous Material(s):n/aJob Posting End Date:09/30/2026*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.